2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 550 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
